Amanda Anisimova’s Wimbledon Breakthrough: Topples World No. 1 Sabalenka
Rising Star vs. Tour-Leading Powerhouse
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Amanda Anisimova, 23, flipped the tennis world on its head by defeating World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6–4, 4–6, 6–4 in the 2025 Wimbledon semifinals.
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This marked her first Grand Slam final appearance—a major milestone after just returning from an eight-month mental health break in 2023.
A Season of Resurgence
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Anisimova’s 2025 season has been remarkable: she won her first WTA 1000 title at the Qatar Open, rising to a career-high WTA ranking of No. 13 (soon Top 10).
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Her Wimbledon run included wins over Yulia Putintseva, Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, and Coco Gauff, making her the first woman born in the 2000s to reach a Wimbledon semifinal.
The Semifinal Drama
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Against Sabalenka, Anisimova played under 30°C heat, in a match paused twice due to medical emergencies in the stands. Sabalenka even helped by offering water to affected spectators—earning praise despite losing.
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Anisimova’s composure in the final set enabled her to hold match point and secure victory with confidence and aggression .
Head-to-Head & Wimbledon Stats
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Anisimova led their rivalry 6–3 after this win and had beaten Sabalenka across all surfaces.
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Her grass-court performance in 2025 stood at 12–2, with matches at Queen’s and Berlin preceding her Wimbledon surge.
Final Showdown Awaits
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Anisimova’s opponent in the Wimbledon final: Iga Świątek, who breezed past Belinda Bencic 6–2, 6–0. It sets up a maiden championship match for both players—a first Wimbledon final for each.
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The upcoming final is scheduled for Saturday, 12 July 2025—a historic showdown between two stars from 2001.
Behind the Scenes: Anisimova’s Comeback Story
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At 17, Anisimova reached the 2019 French Open semifinals, defeating Sabalenka and Simona Halep along the way—a breakthrough that announced her potential.
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A mental health hiatus in 2023 reset her career. Since returning, she’s embraced new goals—including off-court ambitions like studying medicine online during her tennis career.
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Post-match, she pointed to the emotional support from her family—especially her sister, brother-in-law, and nephew—as a source of strength during her Wimbledon run.
Sabalenka’s Exit: A Tilted Semifinal Chapter
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Despite dominating the 2024 season, Sabalenka fell short once again at Wimbledon—marking her third semifinal loss at the tournament (previous exits in 2021, 2023).
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While she struck more winners and committed fewer errors overall, it wasn't enough to contain Anisimova’s grit and shot-making in key moments under pressure.
What’s Next?
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The final between Anisimova and Świątek promises to be a classic—both seeking their first Wimbledon title and to become the first Grand Slam champion born in 2001.
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Meanwhile, Anisimova is poised to enter the WTA Top 10 for the first time, and her Wimbledon feat further cements her comeback narrative.
In Summary
Amanda Anisimova has rewritten her story at Wimbledon 2025: from burnout and mental health struggles to grassroots resurgence and Grand Slam success. Her stunning upset over Aryna Sabalenka exemplifies her power, resilience, and composure under pressure. Now, she stands on the brink of history—a Wimbledon final against Iga Świątek awaits.
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